The Merchant Hotel
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Monthly average prices
Nightly prices at The Merchant Hotel average US$350 in the cheapest month (November) and US$512 in the most expensive month (June), based on the last 12 months.
| Month | Average price |
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| January | US$380 |
| February | US$417 |
| March | US$391 |
| April | US$410 |
| May | US$498 |
| June | US$512 |
| July | US$464 |
| August | US$511 |
| September | US$475 |
| October | US$449 |
| November | US$350 |
| December | US$427 |
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Most expensive: June (~US$512)
Cheapest: November (~US$350)
About this property
Amenities
Pamper yourself with a visit to the spa, which offers massages, body treatments, and facials. You're sure to appreciate the recreational amenities, including a health club, a hot tub, and a sauna. Additional amenities at this Victorian hotel include complimentary wireless internet access, concierge services, and babysitting (surcharge).
Business amenities
Featured amenities include a business center, express check-in, and express check-out. Planning an event in Belfast? This hotel has 1130 square feet (105 square meters) of space consisting of conference space and meeting rooms. Self parking (subject to charges) is available onsite.
Dining
Grab a bite at The Great Room, one of the hotel's 3 restaurants, or stay in and take advantage of the 24-hour room service. Quench your thirst with your favorite drink at the bar/lounge. A complimentary full breakfast is served daily from 7:00 AM to 10:00 AM.
Rooms
Stay in one of 63 guestrooms featuring LCD televisions. Your memory foam bed comes with down comforters and Egyptian cotton sheets. Complimentary wireless internet access keeps you connected, and digital programming is available for your entertainment. Private bathrooms with bathtubs or showers feature rainfall showerheads and designer toiletries.
Location
With a stay at The Merchant Hotel, you'll be centrally located in Belfast, steps from Belfast Customs House and within a 5-minute walk of Victoria Square Shopping Centre. This luxury hotel is 0.4 mi (0.6 km) from St. Anne's Cathedral and 0.5 mi (0.8 km) from MAC Theatre.
What's nearby
The Hall of Friendship(0.1 Miles)
Albert Memorial Clock(0.1 Miles)
Victoria Square Shopping Centre(0.2 Miles)
Belfast Customs House(0.2 Miles)
MAC Theatre(0.2 Miles)
Big Fish(0.2 Miles)
Lagan Weir and Lookout(0.2 Miles)
Castle Court Shopping Centre(0.2 Miles)
St. Anne's Cathedral(0.2 Miles)
Metropolitan Arts Centre(0.2 Miles)
Obel(0.3 Miles)
Royal Courts of Justice(0.4 Miles)
Waterfront Hall(0.4 Miles)
Belfast City Hall(0.5 Miles)
Crumlin Road Gaol Belfast(0.5 Miles)
Belfast (BHD-George Best Belfast City)(2.9 Miles)
Belfast International Airport (BFS)(18.7 Miles)
Restaurant
Non-smoking rooms
Babysitting/Child services
Room service
Dry cleaning
Housekeeping
Location
The Hall of Friendship (0.1 Miles)
Albert Memorial Clock (0.1 Miles)
Victoria Square Shopping Centre (0.2 Miles)
Belfast Customs House (0.2 Miles)
MAC Theatre (0.2 Miles)
Big Fish (0.2 Miles)
Guest reviews
Superb
Based on 575 verified reviews
Who stays here?
Business
8%
Couple
59%
Family
15%
Group
14%
Solo
2%
What guests think
AI-generated summary based on recent guest reviews
Reviews of The Merchant Hotel describe a luxurious, historic property with standout staff, spacious well-decorated rooms, and a central, walkable location, though some guests encountered nighttime noise from nearby bars and streets, especially in certain Victorian-side rooms.
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What guests think
Reviews of The Merchant Hotel describe a luxurious, historic property with standout staff, spacious well-decorated rooms, and a central, walkable location, though some guests encountered nighttime noise from nearby bars and streets, especially in certain Victorian-side rooms.
Breakfast and the Grand Room restaurant win praise, and several guests enjoyed the spa, rooftop hot tub, and the jazz bar. Cleanliness is generally high, though a few lapses and occasional billing or check-in hiccups were noted. Overall, expect an elegant stay with premium amenities.
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Facilities
Guests praise the spa, rooftop hot tub, and the jazz bar. Parking is available but one review noted a high fee.
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Simona
14 Jun 2025
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Stayed 1 night
steve
17 Mar 2024
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Stayed 2 nights
Maria
27 Oct 2022
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Stayed 1 night
Colette
8 May 2022
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Stayed 1 night
lorna
14 Feb 2022
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Stayed 1 night
Patrick
12 Jul 2025
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Stayed 1 night
Simon
2 Feb 2023
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Stayed 2 nights
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Cleanliness
Most feedback indicates very clean rooms and public areas. One guest reported a missed drawer check with items left behind.
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Grania
14 Dec 2021
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Stayed 1 night
lorna
14 Feb 2022
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Stayed 1 night
Patrick
12 Jul 2025
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Stayed 1 night
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Rooms
Rooms are spacious and well-decorated, with many preferring the Art Deco style; some Victorian rooms are darker and can face street noise. Several mention very comfortable stays and memorable suites.
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Martyn
4 Sept 2025
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Stayed 1 night
Ryan
21 Dec 2025
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Stayed 3 nights
steve
17 Mar 2024
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Stayed 2 nights
Maria
27 Oct 2022
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Stayed 1 night
Colette
8 May 2022
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Stayed 1 night
Ingrid
29 Dec 2022
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Stayed 1 night
Patrick
12 Jul 2025
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Stayed 1 night
Beverley
28 Jul 2025
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Stayed 2 nights
marian
30 Jul 2023
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Stayed 1 night
David
27 Jun 2025
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Stayed 2 nights
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Service
Service is widely praised as friendly, professional, and accommodating, with staff resolving issues and supporting special occasions. A few guests reported billing or check-in confirmation hiccups.
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Geraldine
1 Oct 2025
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Stayed 1 night
Ryan
21 Dec 2025
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Stayed 3 nights
Maria
27 Oct 2022
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Stayed 1 night
Derek
7 May 2023
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Grania
14 Dec 2021
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Stayed 1 night
Simon
18 Nov 2022
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Stayed 1 night
ABBY
12 Sept 2025
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Stayed 3 nights
Beverley
28 Jul 2025
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Stayed 2 nights
David
27 Jun 2025
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Stayed 2 nights
Tracy
12 Nov 2025
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Stayed 1 night
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Location
Central and walkable for exploring Belfast and the Cathedral Quarter. Multiple reviews warn of significant nightlife noise affecting some rooms.
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11 Dec 2022
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Stayed 1 night
Martyn
4 Sept 2025
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Stayed 1 night
Mary Kay
14 Oct 2025
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Stayed 4 nights
steve
17 Mar 2024
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Stayed 2 nights
Michael
8 Oct 2022
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Stayed 2 nights
Ingrid
29 Dec 2022
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Stayed 1 night
Patrick
12 Jul 2025
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Stayed 1 night
Beverley
28 Jul 2025
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Stayed 2 nights
marian
30 Jul 2023
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Stayed 1 night
David
27 Jun 2025
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Stayed 2 nights
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Dining
Breakfast receives frequent praise, and the Grand Room restaurant and decor are highly regarded. One review reported late-night bar food refusal and slow room service.
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Simona
14 Jun 2025
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Stayed 1 night
Richard
26 May 2025
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Stayed 2 nights
STEPHEN
11 Dec 2022
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Stayed 1 night
steve
17 Mar 2024
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Stayed 2 nights
Maria
27 Oct 2022
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Stayed 1 night
Grania
14 Dec 2021
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Stayed 1 night
lorna
14 Feb 2022
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Stayed 1 night
Xiaojuan
30 Sept 2024
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Stayed 1 night
Patrick
12 Jul 2025
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Stayed 1 night
David
27 Jun 2025
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Stayed 2 nights
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Barbara
15 Apr 2026
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Stayed 1 night
william
28 Mar 2026
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Stayed 5 nights
Darisabel
3 Mar 2026
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Stayed 1 night
Kate
13 Feb 2026
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Michelle
8 Feb 2026
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FAQs about The Merchant Hotel
Is parking available at the hotel?
Self parking is available on-site for a fee of GBP 15.00 per day. Covered valet parking is also offered at GBP 39.00 per day. Reservations are not required for parking.
What breakfast options are offered?
A complimentary full breakfast is served daily from 7:00 AM to 10:00 AM.
What are the check-in and check-out times?
Check-in is from 3:00 PM until 10:00 PM, and check-out is at 12:00 PM. Early check-in is available for a fee of GBP 100.00, and late check-out is available for GBP 50.00, both subject to availability.
What accessibility features are available at the hotel?
The property offers limited wheelchair accessibility, including accessible public areas and facilities. However, specific details about accessible rooms and bathrooms are not provided.
Where is the hotel located in relation to key landmarks?
The hotel is centrally located in Belfast, just steps from Belfast Customs House and within a 5-minute walk of Victoria Square Shopping Centre. It is approximately 0.4 miles from St. Anne's Cathedral and 0.5 miles from MAC Theatre.
What are the policies for guests staying with children?
Children are allowed at the property, and there is no minimum age for children to stay for free.
What are the policies regarding extra beds and cribs?
The property does not specify the availability of extra beds or cribs, and any requests for these should be made in advance for confirmation.
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Prices in USD for 2 guests, updated daily.
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- 2026-09-06: 565.7716434082031USD
- 2026-09-07: 822.6172665771485USD
- 2026-09-08: 525.4463808227539USD
- 2026-09-09: 565.0967001647949USD
- 2026-09-10: 822.1640909057617USD
- 2026-09-11: 618.9081744262695USD
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- 2026-09-17: 822.5572968261719USD
- 2026-09-18: 660.4786245361328USD
- 2026-09-19: NO DATA
- 2026-09-20: 485.135082824707USD
- 2026-09-21: 552.5727690673828USD
- 2026-09-22: NO DATA
- 2026-09-23: 822.5872817016601USD
- 2026-09-24: 633.4621808349609USD
- 2026-09-25: 849.8036245727538USD
- 2026-09-26: NO DATA
- 2026-09-27: 444.36702940063475USD
- 2026-09-28: 552.5727690673828USD
- 2026-09-29: 444.36702940063475USD
- 2026-09-30: 444.38701931762694USD
- 2026-10-01: 822.5572968261719USD
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- 2026-10-04: 579.5992077270507USD
- 2026-10-05: 512.0431060363769USD
- 2026-10-06: 525.5563253662109USD
- 2026-10-07: 822.5872817016601USD
- 2026-10-08: 660.6585337890625USD
- 2026-10-09: 876.8200682739258USD
- 2026-10-10: NO DATA
- 2026-10-11: 512.0431060363769USD
- 2026-10-12: 538.9196203186035USD
- 2026-10-13: 471.5134430053711USD
- 2026-10-14: 525.5563253662109USD
- 2026-10-15: 647.1452790161132USD
- 2026-10-16: 633.6420900878907USD
- 2026-10-17: 876.8200682739258USD
- 2026-10-18: 458.00018823242186USD
- 2026-10-19: 390.4540815002441USD
- 2026-10-20: 390.4540815002441USD
- 2026-10-21: 579.5992077270507USD
- 2026-10-22: 485.02666233520506USD
- 2026-10-23: 876.5901842285156USD
- 2026-10-24: NO DATA
- 2026-10-25: 444.36702940063475USD
- 2026-10-26: 484.90672283325193USD
- 2026-10-27: 809.2739260986328USD
- 2026-10-28: 444.4869689025879USD
- 2026-10-29: 566.0859883972167USD
- 2026-10-30: 849.8036245727538USD
- 2026-10-31: 876.8200682739258USD
- 2026-11-01: 444.4869689025879USD
- 2026-11-02: 444.4869689025879USD
- 2026-11-03: 376.8509075439453USD
- 2026-11-04: 403.847361328125USD
Check-in must be done by someone who is at least 18 years old.
- Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
- Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
- Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
- This property accepts credit cards, debit cards, and cash
- Cashless transactions are available
- Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher
- This property's policy is to refuse certain bookings for the purpose of group events or parties, including pre-wedding stag/bachelor and hen/bachelorette parties.
- Reservations are required for massage services and spa treatments. Reservations can be made by contacting the hotel prior to arrival, using the contact information on the booking confirmation.
- The property has connecting/adjoining rooms, which are subject to availability and can be requested by contacting the property using the number on the booking confirmation.
- Some facilities may have restricted access. Guests can contact the property for details using the contact information on the booking confirmation.
- A car is required for transportation to and from this property.
- Parking height restrictions apply.
- Cashless payment methods are available for all transactions.
- Contactless check-out is available.
- Secured self parking fee: GBP 15.00 per day
- Covered valet parking fee: GBP 39.00 per day
- Early check-in fee: GBP 100.00 (subject to availability)
- Late check-out fee: GBP 50.00 (subject to availability)
The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.
Popular amenities
Restaurant
Non-smoking rooms
Babysitting/Child services
Room service
Dry cleaning
Housekeeping
General
Room service
Restaurant
Non-smoking rooms
Sauna
Hot tub/Jacuzzi
Massage
Spa & wellness centre
Breakfast in the room
Allergy-free room available
Family room
Wheelchair Accessible (Limited)
Services
Dry cleaning
Babysitting/Child services
Housekeeping
Banquet facilities
Safe-deposit box
Luggage storage
Express check-in/check-out
24-Hour Front Desk
Concierge Services
Activities
Fitness Center (nearby)
Internet
Free wi-fi